Weather in November in Halifax/ What clothes to pack

What's the weather like in Halifax in November?

Good question! There's an expression we use: "Wait five minutes it will change."

We live on the Atlantic Coast and are almost an island pushed out into the North Atlantic as a result, we enjoy a very long fall season. The last few years it has been really warm all the way into December. Having said that, I must say we've had major snow storms in November with 12 inches of the white stuff which melts in a day or two. However November is also the tail end of the tropical storm season so heavy rain is a possibility.

When packing your suitcase it is best to put a variety of clothing in. Prepared Canadians dress in layers that can be changed easily with the weather - a shirt and pants/skirt, sweater and a weather proof jacket will serve you well. If you're one to feel the cold you might want to add mittens, a scarf and a hat. A pair of wind pants/ rain pants that you can stuff in a backpack while you're out and about will help you stay dry and warm in the wind/rain. Walking shoes will generally do you fine. Our streets are paved and if there is major snow the shovellers are out clearing the sidewalks early. I can wear my running shoes/ walking shoes around the city most days unless we've had snow then I pull out my winter boots.

Sometimes you might be able to get away with a summer weight pair of shorts in the afternoon on a sunny day. I also like to put in my swim suit in case the hotel has a pool (which I think they all do) and don't forget your exercise gear so you can burn off all the yummy maritime food you'll be eating!

The Port Campus is beautiful, modern and our conference will be casual in dress so please dress for your personal comfort, and fashion sense while bearing the weather in mind - just like us Haligonians.

I hope this helps with your packing.

Pam